Zotero MCP server: local-first search, library checks, and preview-first writes for AI agents.
Install
Run one of the commands below, then add the client config underneath.
https://github.com/OrgMentem/zotio/releases/download/v0.25.0/zotio-mcp_0.25.0_darwin_amd64.mcpbhttps://github.com/OrgMentem/zotio/releases/download/v0.25.0/zotio-mcp_0.25.0_darwin_arm64.mcpbhttps://github.com/OrgMentem/zotio/releases/download/v0.25.0/zotio-mcp_0.25.0_linux_amd64.mcpbhttps://github.com/OrgMentem/zotio/releases/download/v0.25.0/zotio-mcp_0.25.0_linux_arm64.mcpbhttps://github.com/OrgMentem/zotio/releases/download/v0.25.0/zotio-mcp_0.25.0_windows_amd64.mcpbhttps://github.com/OrgMentem/zotio/releases/download/v0.25.0/zotio-mcp_0.25.0_windows_arm64.mcpbAbout this server
zotio is listed in the Developer Tools category of the MCPNav directory. It is distributed as mcpb and can be loaded by any client that speaks the Model Context Protocol.
Typical uses include giving your assistant scoped access to the corresponding service so it can answer questions and take actions with real data instead of guessing. Always review what a server can access before you enable it — see our MCP security guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is the zotio MCP server?＋
zotio is an MCP server by OrgMentem. Zotero MCP server: local-first search, library checks, and preview-first writes for AI agents.
How do I install zotio?＋
Install it with: https://github.com/OrgMentem/zotio/releases/download/v0.25.0/zotio-mcp_0.25.0_darwin_amd64.mcpb. Then add the JSON config to your client's MCP settings and restart the client.
Is zotio free to use?＋
The MCP server itself is free to install. The source is public on https://github.com/OrgMentem/zotio. Any third-party API it calls (such as a search or maps API) may require its own key and billing.
Which clients support zotio?＋
Any MCP-compatible client can use it, including Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf and custom agents.